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Kings Big Loss to Heat Shows Us More of the Same

The Sacramento Kings were riding high with a four-game winning streak, especially given that it was over three playoff teams, but they continued their crash back down to reality to remind everyone that this team isn't very good.

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Where Kings Stars Finished in NBA All-Star Voting

To minimal surprise, the Sacramento Kings did not have any players voted to be an NBA All-Star starter this season, and nobody on the roster is expected to be selected as a reserve either.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 20

Kings' Trade Deadline Expected to Have 'Fireworks'

The Sacramento Kings’ roster is one of the more confusing in the NBA, and Domantas Sabonis’ return hasn’t changed that. Sacramento is playing veterans

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 19

Kings Given Harsh Report Card Grade at NBA Midseason Mark

At the NBA’s midseason mark, ESPN's Kevin Pelton handed out grades for all 30 teams based on performance relative to preseason expectations, and the Sacramento Kings received one of the harsher evaluations.

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Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 19

Kings Should Have Easy Choice To Make With Domantas Sabonis Trade

The Sacramento Kings have finally gotten Domantas Sabonis back on the floor after a two-month injury absence, but with the February 5th trade deadline quickly approaching, his time with the franchise could be nearing its end.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Draft on SI / January 19

Sacramento Kings Undrafted Rookie Logs First NBA Double-Double

The Sacramento Kings haven't had a stellar season this year, but there are still a few bright spots for fans of the team. Despite a 12-31 record, Sacramento added a trio of rookies in the 2025 NBA Draft, who have shown flashes in their first season of professional basketball.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 19

Doug Christie Backs Decision to Bench Domantas Sabonis in Kings' Loss

The Sacramento Kings were riding a four-game winning streak heading into Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. However, all good things must come to an end.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 19

Three Takeaways As Kings Snap Winning Streak, Fall to Trail Blazers

Well, the Sacramento Kings had to lose at some point. After winning a surprising four straight, the Kings fell 117-110 against the Portland Trail Blazers in a close contest.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 18

Exploratory Bucks-Kings trade talks come to light

As the trade deadline approaches in less than a month, the rumors have been flying from left to right. There are two teams that seem to be in those rumors more often than not, and it’s the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings.

DeMar DeRozan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 18

Kings talked DeMar DeRozan trade with Clippers

The Sacramento Kings have been on a bit of a surprise run lately, winners over four straight games, including three against good teams in the Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, and New York Knicks.

Domantas Sabonis News / Field Level Media / January 18

Bidding to reach .500, Blazers take aim at Domantas Sabonis, Kings

The Portland Trail Blazers are expected to have a big obstacle standing in their way of reaching the .500 mark when they visit the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

Sacramento Kings News / Field Level Media / January 17

Domantas Sabonis returns to help Kings take down Wizards

Russell Westbrook made a season-best six 3-pointers and scored 26 points and Domantas Sabonis energized the Kings in his first appearance since Nov. 16 to help Sacramento produce a 128-115 victory over the visiting Washington Wizards on Friday night.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Air Jordan 10 ‘Sacramento Kings’ rumored for December 2026

With Nike and Air Jordan continuing to expand their retro collection throughout 2026, fans will be treated to newly developing release dates in the upcoming weeks.

DeMar DeRozan News / Hoops Wire / January 16

Kings, Clippers discussed trade centered on DeMar DeRozan

The Kings and Clippers did some early trade-table poking, but timing appears to have changed the tone. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the teams discussed a framework that would have sent Sacramento’s DeMar DeRozan and Keon Ellis to Los Angeles in exchange for Los Angeles forward John Collins and a minor salary add-on.

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Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / January 15

Domantas Sabonis (Knee) Could Return Friday For Kings

Three-time All-Star center Domantas Sabonis was a full participant during Thursday’s practice and the Kings are optimistic he could return as soon as Friday’s game against Washington, reports Sean Cunningham of KCRA News (Twitter video link).

Sacramento Kings News / Hardwood Heroics / January 15

'There’s a Not a Selfish Bone In His Body' – Sacramento Kings Forward Gets Praise For 'Revenge Game' Against Former Team

Precious Achiuwa put up season highs in scoring and rebounds to help the Sacramento Kings secure a 112-101 home victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night for their third win in a row.

DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / January 15

DeMar DeRozan leading the Kings back from the dead

After a humiliating 137-103 loss to their Northern California rivals capped off a seven-game losing streak, the Sacramento Kings looked like the worst team in the NBA.

Russell Westbrook makes an admission about beating former teams

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Russell Westbrook News / Larry Brown Sports / January 13

Russell Westbrook makes an admission about beating former teams

Russell Westbrook always plays the game at 100 miles per hour. He’s not the type who needs extra motivation to show up ready, but it surely does help him

Zach Lavine News / Total Pro Sports / January 12

Zach LaVine’s Trade Market Hits Stunning Reality Check as One Team Left Standing

The Sacramento Kings are spiraling through a season that has quickly slipped out of control. Despite rostering recognizable names like DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Russell Westbrook, Sacramento sits at the bottom of the Western Conference, and the front office appears ready to pivot.

Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 11

Dennis Schroder had 1-word response to his suspension

Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder had a telling one-word response to the NBA’s decision to suspend him for going after Luka Doncic following a game three weeks ago.